How to raise roots
As the "breeding king" in the fleshy world, Falling Roots is deeply loved by plant lovers for its unique bud reproduction method and strong vitality. This Crassulaceae plant native to Africa, with the scientific name Bryophyllum pinnatum, is not only unique in shape, but also full of interest because of its densely covered leaf margins that can germinate new plants. By mastering the following maintenance points, you can easily cultivate healthy and lush roots. Four core elements of maintenance 1. It is recommended to mix fleshy special soil and perlite in a ratio of 2:1, and lay ceramite on the bottom layer to enhance drainage. When changing pots every spring, 5% bone meal can be added as base fertilizer. Red pottery pots or rough pottery pots should be used for potted plants. This kind of material has strong air permeability and can effectively prevent stagnant water and rotten roots. 2. Precise control of temperature and humidity during the peak growth season (March to October), keep it at 25-30℃ during the day and no lower than 15℃ at night. During the winter dormancy period, a low temperature environment of 8-12℃ needs to be maintained. The air humidity is controlled between 40-60%, and can be used for real-time monitoring with a temperature and hygrometer. Use dipping basin method to assist in cooling down during high temperatures in summer. 3. Intelligent water and fertilizer management adopts the "see dry and wet" watering method. Water is watered every 7-10 days in spring and autumn, and shortened to 5-7 days in summer. During the growth period, nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium balanced liquid fertilizer diluted 2000 times is applied every month, and fertilizer is stopped in winter. It is recommended to use a long-spout watering pot to accurately control the amount of water. 4. Scientific pruning and changing pots and how to raise roots
Pot replacement operations are carried out in early spring every year to simultaneously prune aging root systems. Keep the main root length no more than 15cm, and apply carbendazim powder to the incision. After changing pots, place them in a scattered light place to slow down the seedlings for 2 weeks, during which time fertilization was stopped. In addition to the traditional leaf transplanting method, the three secret techniques of root-rooted propagation are recommended: place the mature bulbils on moist water moss, maintain a constant temperature of 25 ° C, and the root system can be seen for about 10 days. You can also try the high-level layering method and wrap moist vermiculite at the branch nodes with plastic wrap to form independent plants in about 20 days.
Through systematic maintenance and management, roots can not only show plump and fleshy leaves, but also form neat "lace-edge"-shaped beads on the leaf margins. This plant can not only be used as a desktop green plant to decorate the living space, but also create a fleshy theme landscape. Master its sun-loving and drought-tolerant characteristics, and combine with regular pot rotation to ensure uniform light reception, you will harvest a pot of natural art full of vitality.